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Appletree Nursery School Catchment Area

Reviewed by the catchment.school editorial team · Last updated 15 March 2026

Appletree Nursery School is a local authority nursery nursery school in Lancaster, Lancashire , serving pupils aged 0-4, with 66 pupils. Find catchment area guidance, admissions policy details and nearby nursery schools below.

0-4

Age range

66

Pupils

Good

Ofsted 2024

Appletree Nursery School Catchment Area Information

What is the catchment area for Appletree Nursery School?

The catchment area for Appletree Nursery School is the geographic zone Lancashire uses to prioritise admissions when this nursery school receives more applications than it has places. Children living inside the boundary are ranked higher under the oversubscription criteria, after looked-after children and siblings. Lancashire publishes the exact boundary and the last distance offered before each admissions cycle, and the boundary can change year to year.

The catchment area for Appletree Nursery School is set by Lancashire and reviewed annually. Children living within the catchment boundary receive priority consideration when applications exceed the number of available places.

The official admissions policy, including the catchment boundary map, is published by Lancashire before each admissions cycle. Always verify your address with the council before submitting an application, as boundaries can change year to year.

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Appletree Nursery School: School Information

Full address
Milking Stile Lane, Lancaster, LA1 5QB
Local authority
Lancashire
School type
Local authority nursery school
Phase of education
Nursery
Age range
0-4 years
Free school meals
16.7% of pupils
DfE URN
134991

Frequently Asked Questions: Appletree Nursery School

What is the catchment area for Appletree Nursery School?

The catchment area for Appletree Nursery School is the geographic zone Lancashire uses to prioritise admissions when this nursery school receives more applications than it has places. Children living inside the boundary are ranked higher under the oversubscription criteria, after looked-after children and siblings. Lancashire publishes the exact boundary and the last distance offered before each admissions cycle, and the boundary can change year to year.

Is Appletree Nursery School oversubscribed?

Appletree Nursery School has a capacity of N/A places and currently has 66 pupils enrolled. For the most up-to-date data, check with Lancashire.

What is the admissions policy for Appletree Nursery School?

Admission to Appletree Nursery School is managed by Lancashire. When oversubscribed, places go to looked-after children first, then siblings, then catchment area distance. Always verify the current policy with the council before applying.

What age range does Appletree Nursery School cover?

Appletree Nursery School is a nursery school in Lancaster, Lancashire, serving pupils aged 0-4. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Appletree Nursery School?

Appletree Nursery School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2024. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.

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